Respiratory Therapists pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $33.11 an hour ($68,870 a year). About 840 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). New Mexico ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.81 | $61,990 |
| 25% of workers | $30.30 | $63,020 |
| Half of workers (median) | $33.11 | $68,870 |
| 75% of workers | $37.41 | $77,810 |
| 90% of workers | $43.86 | $91,220 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $68,870 | 500 |
| Farmington | $67,600 | 50 |
| Las Cruces | $62,960 | 70 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for respiratory therapists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 8,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,340 |
| Physical Therapists | $106,880 |
| Paramedics | $55,530 |
| Physician Assistants | $139,920 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,280 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $137,520 |
| Pharmacists | $147,000 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $98,690 |
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